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NEW SEASON UPDATE:
Dear Symphony Family,
With your help and support, our beautiful orchestra will present a spectacular new season!
The six concert season: $222
The five concert season: $180
Please send your check to:
Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra
112 First StreetTavares, FL 32778
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Nick Jones passed on to a new journey this July. We will all follow later.
But seeing the tribute his family put together in photos keeps him fresh in our hearts.
Konstantin begins the live service at about 18' with Amazing Grace and ends it at about 1.00 with Ashokan Farewell.
We will miss the physical presence of this great soul, but believe that his spirit and memory will continue to give us joy as we recall that
even the great ones run their boat up a tree from time to time.
Love to you all,
Audrey
Celebration Of Life - Nick "Poppy" Jones
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RIP Nick Jones
Ashokan Farewell by Jay UngarShungo Moriyama (conductor)Konstantin Dimitrov (violin)Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra
We are all very saddened by the loss of Nick Jones. SEE: https://www.midfloridanewspapers.com/clermont_news_leader/community/passionate-clermont-architect-passes/article_12271ef8-1686-11ee-87fb-2f38df67dbc6.html
May his memories be a blessing!!!
Noted Architect, philanthropist and community service patron Nick Arthur Jones of Clermont, Florida passed away peacefully on the morning of June 28.
Sad News! Nick Jones passed away this morning. Always devoted to his wife, family and Clermont!
Dear Symphony Family,
Our beloved Nick Jones passed away peacefully at 5 am this morning, surrounded by his wife and daughters and their family.
Betty Sue says that she thinks the funeral will be around Saturday July 15 at the Methodist Church, but she will let me know (and I will pass it on to you) a little later.
Nick was a bedrock of our community and especially of the symphony.....and really he was an avid supporter of everyone he ever met. What a great personality and warm heart, ready to extend a hand to befriend those he met along his journey in life. A great soul.
We mourn his leaving us behind, though it is our hope that we will all meet again in a loving universe.
May he rest in peace in the loving arms of our Saviour.
Until later....Audrey
Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestraida Lakes Symphony Orchestra -- April 20 & 21 Concerts!
View the Clermont News Leader for Tuesday, April 11, 2023
https://youtu.be/WLQYB_C9HuM
Want to see this live?
Come see us this Thursday in Eustis, Friday in Minneola.
We'll be also performing this program in Winter Haven on Saturday for annual Champagne and Shamrocks gala of the Symphony Guild of Winter Haven.
Williams - Far and Away - FLSO
From our last concert:
https://youtu.be/EIJBFL566RM
The Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra will present their romantic Valentine’s Concerts on February 2 & 3. This Valentine’s Concert program will begin with the overture to a “Mid-Summer Night’s Dream” by Mendelssohn, “Marriage of Figaro” Overture by Mozart, and “La Donna è Mobile” f...
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Get ready for their Valentine's Concerts!
Yesterday night...
My second attempt as arranger...
New Year Concerts!
By Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra
The Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra will soon present their annual New Year Concerts featuring “Dazzling Dances” with special guest conductor Paul Hostetter.
January Concert Performances: These two new concerts will begin with the flashing “Ruslan & Ludmila” by Glinka and continues with the beloved “Blue Danube”. Virtuoso Violinist, FLSO Concert Master, Konstantin Dimitrov will lead with Tschaikowsky’s “Danse Russe” from the Swan Lake Ballet. The “Emperor Waltz” lends elegance to the evening and the first part of the program concludes with the rousing “Russian Sailor’s Dance”.
There will be a world of musical potpourri in the second half with works from Bizet, Leroy Anderson and Brahms with Hungarian Dance No. 5. From Italy, Marco Romano will sing the beautiful “Hallelujah” made famous by Andrea Bocelli. Konstantin Dimitrov will return with the stirring tango “Por una Cabeza” as featured in the film “Scent of a Woman”. This piece will segment into the violin vocal duet of “Mi Mancherai” from the movie “The Postman”. Next, they will change tempo and go to celebrate the American West while ending the concert with the famous and fast-paced “Eljen a Magyar.” This concert will give voice to several continents and musical styles stitched seamlessly together by the beautiful themes of the music.
Celebrate Bulgarian violinist Konstantin Dimitrov will be performing. He has anchored the Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra since 2006 as Concert Master and soloist. With the immense guiding light and musical sense of the Founder, Guy Saint-Clair with supportive artistic and administrative skills of the co-founder, Audrey Sanders as Executive Director, this orchestra was established as a formidable force on the cultural scene of Central Florida.
Concert Locations: On Thursday, January 5, the Viennese style New Year Concert will be held at ‘The Cross,’ formerly “Lake Receptions” 18800 US Highway 441 in Mount Dora, FL 32757. The Friday, January 6 performance will be held at the Minneola City Hall located at: 800 US-27, Minneola, FL 34715. Attendees are urged to arrive early for their choice of upfront seating.
FLSO Guest Conductor Paul Hostetter holds degrees in concert performance from Florida State University and the Juilliard School of Music. He is a much sought-after guest conductor and was an assistant to James Levine at the Metropolitan Opera. He has conducted many symphonies, opera companies and ballet performances. His soft-spoken genius makes him a treasured favorite with the Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra.
18th Season: On February 2 & 3, the Florida Lakes Symphony will perform a special Valentine’s Concert with romantic themes and surprise guests. On March 9 & 10, Carl Topilow will be back to share an inspiring Irish program. The season will conclude on April 20 & 21 with a Spring Pops program.
Florida Lakes Symphony History: In 2005, the internationally respected classical concert pianist and composer Guy Saint-Clair came to Lake County from their home in Europe with his wife and portrait/wildlife artist Audrey Sanders. That same year they established Lake County's first professional symphony orchestra, the Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra. Through the years, they have hosted a series of guest conductors from around the world. Virtuoso Bulgarian violinist Konstantin Dimitrov continues to anchor the orchestra since 2006 as Concert Master and soloist. With the immense guiding light and musical sense of the Founder, Guy Saint-Clair with supportive artistic and administrative skills of the co-founder, Audrey Sanders as Executive Director, this orchestra was established as a formidable force on the cultural scene of Central Florida. Enjoy past performances on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2KRbCOI2hkg.
Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra: Concert tickets are still only $42 in advance or $45 with cash or check at the door. Families of four inclusive of 2 Adults and 2 Students are only $50. Students are only $15 with accompanying parents or teachers are only $25. Group tickets are always available for any concert. Call 352-343-0733 for more information and to pay by credit card. No Text. Visit: www.FloridaLakesSymphonyOrchestra.com. Follow the Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/floridalakesymphonyorchestra/?ref=bookmarks. You can mail checks for tickets to: FLSO, 112 First Street, Tavares, FL 32778.
Who knew that when the South Lake Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Orlando Health and the Livewell Foundation, kicked off its 12-week Wellness Challenge weight loss competition that Chamber
By Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra The Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra will soon present their gala annual “Christmas & Hanukkah Concert”, with special guest conductor Carl Topilow of the Cleveland Pops. Holiday Concert: World-renown Konstantin Dimitrov will be performing. This special hol...
Al Jolson once quipped, “You ain’t seen nothin’ yet.” With a slight additional word — “heard” — truer words can be said about The Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra’s “Christmas &
Caught Larry - photographer of South Lake - in front of camera for once at Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra
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Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra under the baton/clarinet of Carl Topilow with Konstantin Dimitrov (violin)
We are back! After almost two years hiatus Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra will open 2022/2023 concert season under the baton of maestro Carl Topilow on October 27 and 28.
Stay tuned for details!
Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra under the baton/clarinet of Carl Topilow with Konstantin Dimitrov (violin)
Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra – April Concerts
Celebrating Spring With New April 2022 “Les Solistes” Performances!
The Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra will present “Les Solistes” once again in their Spring concerts “off-season” finale. This smaller group of talented musicians will perform a special repertoire of virtuoso classical and popular music on April 7 and 8, 2022.
Joyful Spring! The April concerts will begin with the ever-bouncy Bach “Brandenburg Concerto No. 5”, specifically composed for just such a group. Then, as this is the anniversary of the passing of the orchestra’s beloved Founder, pianist and composer Guy Saint-Clair, there will follow some original works and some favorite pieces, like “Aquarium” by Saint-Saens from “Carnival of the Animals, “Ballade in Blue” -- an original Saint-Clair work, “Chopin” by Schumann from “Carnival” and “Marco Polo” by Ennio Morricone, all arranged by Guy in his signature style. The piano will be king for these pieces and will be played by Master Pianist, Sergei Kossenko. The fabulous “Kaddish” by Maurice Ravel is an appropriate work for the evening and will be presented by violin virtuoso, Konstantin Dimitrov. “Voices of Spring” by Johann Strauss Jr. will brighten our spirits as the concert concludes with three fiery Slavic Dances: by Dvorak, Saint-Clair, and Brahms. This may be your last chance to hear this fabulous selection of virtuoso artists coming together in this unique way. Enjoy these spring concerts to support the orchestra as it looks forward to a brand-new Fall season.
Central Florida Concert Locations: The Thursday April 7 performance for this season will start at 7:30 PM at the at Lake Square Mall located at 10401 US Highway 441 located between Tavares and Leesburg, FL 34788 at the Sears Building on left side entrance of mall. The April 8 Friday night Clermont concert will start at the Family Christian Center, located at 2500 South US Highway 27 at the corner of Steve’s Road in Clermont, FL 34711 at 7:30 PM. Come early for your choice of upfront seating.
Florida Lakes Symphony History: In 2005, the internationally respected classical concert pianist and composer Guy Saint-Clair came to Lake County from their home in Europe with his wife and portrait/wildlife artist Audrey Sanders. That same year they established Lake County's first professional symphony orchestra, the Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra. Through the years, they have hosted a series of guest conductors from around the world. Virtuoso Bulgarian violinist Konstantin Dimitrov continues to anchor the orchestra since 2006 as Concert Master and violin soloist. With the immense guiding light and musical sense of the Founder, Guy Saint-Clair with supportive artistic and administrative skills of the co-founder, Audrey Sanders as Executive Director, this orchestra was established as a formidable force on the cultural scene of Central Florida.
Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra: Concert tickets are still only $42 in advance or $45 at the door. Families of four inclusive of 2 Adults and 2 Students are only $50. Students are only $15 with accompanying parents or teachers are only $25. Group tickets are always available. If you have used Tickets from during the pandemic, they will be honored. If you misplaced your tickets, we have a list of those who
The Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra will present their Saint Patrick’s themed concerts entitled “Irish Eyes” with an appearance of “Soloists of the Orchestra”. This will be a smaller group of talented musicians who will passionately play a special “Les Solistes” repertoire of virtuoso...
Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra –March Concerts
Celebrating “Irish Eyes” With New March 2022 Performances!
The Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra will present their Saint Patrick’s themed concerts entitled “Irish Eyes” with an appearance of “Soloists of the Orchestra”. This will be a smaller group of talented musicians who will passionately play a special “Les Solistes” repertoire of virtuoso classical and popular music. It will be a lilting and poignant picture of the Emerald Isle on March 10 and 11, 2022
Each evening performance will begin with traditional Irish melodies that will be performed with some unexpected tunes generated by Irish settlers in our Native Land. “Wearing of the Green” would be appropriate for this lively and moving concert. As usual, there are planned surprises for the audience to savor. It will be a beautiful new concert event.
Central Florida Concert Locations: The Thursday March 10 performance for this season will start at 7:30 PM at the at Lake Square Mall located at 10401 US Highway 441 located between Tavares and Leesburg, FL 34788 at the Sears Building on left side entrance of mall. The March 11 Friday night Clermont concert will start at the Family Christian Center, located at 2500 South US Highway 27 at the corner of Steve’s Road in Clermont, FL 34711 at 7:30 PM. Come early for your choice of upfront seating.
Solo Performances: Executive Artistic Director and Co-Founder Audrey Sanders notes, “Konstantin will again be featured as our star soloist on many pieces. We all have come to admire his sovereign virtuosity over the years. As a revered concertmaster and concert virtuoso solo violinist, Dimitrov has been a respected professional musician with over 20 years of experience as a performing artist who has performed as a star soloist with orchestras across the globe.” She shares, “We hope you will take advantage of this unique opportunity to hear the “heart of the symphonic orchestra” to appreciate the clarity and scope of their individual efforts. The sounds of each instrument will be brought into perspective with these “escaping covid” special concerts. Please come & support your orchestra.”
More Spring Performances: Mark your calendars for April 7 and 8. “Les Solistes” of the FLSO will bring a Springtime exuberance of Impressionist splendor of surprises and melodic beauty. These concerts will be held at the same two locations. The Orchestra hopes you will take advantage of this unique opportunity to hear the “heart of the symphonic orchestra” and appreciate the clarity and scope of the individual efforts and sounds of each instrument brought into perspective with these “escaping covid” special concerts.
History of the Florida Lakes Symphony: In 2005, the internationally respected classical concert pianist and composer Guy Saint-Clair came to Lake County from their home in Europe with his wife and portrait/wildlife artist Audrey Sanders. That same year they established Lake County's first professional symphony orchestra, the Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra. Through the years, they have hosted a series of guest conductors from around the world. Virtuoso Bulgarian violinist Konstantin Dimitrov continues to anchor the orchestra since 2006 as Concert Master and violin soloist. With the immense guiding light and musical sense of the Founder, Guy Saint-Clair with supportive artistic and administrative skills of the co-founder, Audrey Sanders as Executive Director, this orchestra was established as a formidable force on the cultural scene of Central Florida.
Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra: Concert tickets are still only $42 in advance or $45 at the door. Families of four inclusive of 2 Adults and 2 Students are only $50. Students are only $15 with accompanying parents or teachers are only $25. Group tickets are always available. If you have used Tickets from during the pandemic, they will be honored. If you misplaced your tickets, we have a list of those who paid, not to worry. For advance reservations, call 352-343-0733. Visit: www.FloridaLakesSymphonyOrchestra.com. Follow the Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/floridalakesymphonyorchestra/?ref=bookmarks. Mail checks for tickets to: FLSO at 112 First Street, Tavares, FL 32778.
The Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra will present their Saint Valentine’s tribute concerts entitled “Romance & Roses” with an appearance of “Soloists of the Orchestra”. This will be a smaller group of talented musicians who will passionately play a special romantic repertoire of virtuoso c...
Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra – February Concerts
Celebrating “Romance & Roses” With New February 2022 Performances!
The Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra will present their Saint Valentine’s tribute concerts entitled “Romance & Roses” with an appearance of “Soloists of the Orchestra”. This will be a smaller group of talented musicians who will passionately play a special romantic repertoire of virtuoso classical and popular music of love on February 17 and 18, 2022
Each evening performance will begin with the rousing “Marriage of Figaro” by Amadeus Mozart. This will be an introduction to the stirringly beautiful “Seasons of the Soul” composed by member of the group, concert pianist Sergei Kossenko while at the Moscow Conservatory of Music. This will be followed by the famous tango from “Scent of A Woman” by Carlos Gardel, who is also known as “Por una Cabeza” because his love of a woman won out “by a head” over his other love-horse racing. Everyone will be captivated by the brilliant Tschaikowsky masterpiece, “Romeo & Juliet” music used in so very many film scores to great effect. The theme from the film, “Elvira Madigan” is taken from Amadeus Mozart. This will bring the evening to Vienna, home of the elegance of romance and to the performance of “Old Vienna Dances” by that incredible universally acknowledged violin virtuoso Fritz Kreisler. This performance will be represented brilliantly by the FLSO’s beloved Concert Master, Konstantin Dimitrov. Made famous in the movie, “Ghost”, the next popular piece will be “Unchained Melody”. That will be followed by “Finale” from ‘Carnival of the Animals’ by Camille Saint-Saens and arranged for the FLSO by the late founder of the Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra, Guy Saint-Clair. It will be a beautiful new concert event.
Central Florida Concert Locations: The Thursday February 17 performance for this season will start at 7:30 PM at the at Lake Square Mall located at 10401 US Highway 441 in Leesburg, FL 34788 at the Sears Building on left side entrance of mall. The February 18 Friday night Clermont concert will start at the Family Christian Center, located at 2500 South US Highway 27 at the corner of Steve’s Road in Clermont, FL 34711 at 7:30 PM. Come early for your choice of seating.
Solo Performances: Executive Artistic Director and Co-Founder Audrey Sanders notes, “Konstantin will be starring as a soloist on many pieces as we all have come to admire his sovereign virtuosity over the years. As a revered concertmaster and concert virtuoso solo violinist, Dimitrov has been a respected professional musician with over 20 years of experience as a performing artist who has performed as a star soloist with orchestras across the globe.” She adds, “There will be powerful and soulful cello solos by FLSO Principal Cellist, Paul Fleury as well as intriguing solos on the flute by FLSO Principal Flautist, Nicolas Real, Venezuelan virtuoso.
New Spring Performances: Mark your calendars for March 10 and 11 as well as for April 7 and 8.
History of the Florida Lakes Symphony: In 2005, the internationally respected classical concert pianist and composer Guy Saint-Clair came to Lake County from their home in Europe with his wife and portrait/wildlife artist Audrey Sanders. That same year they established Lake County's first professional symphony orchestra, the Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra. Through the years, they have hosted a series of guest conductors from around the world. Virtuoso Bulgarian violinist Konstantin Dimitrov continues to anchor the orchestra since 2006 as Concert Master and violin soloist. With the immense guiding light and musical sense of the Founder, Guy Saint-Clair with supportive artistic and administrative skills of the co-founder, Audrey Sanders as Executive Director, this orchestra was established as a formidable force on the cultural scene of Central Florida.
Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra: Concert tickets are still only $42 in advance or $45 at the door. Families of four inclusive of 2 Adults and 2 Students are only $50. Students are only $15 with accompanying parents or teachers are only $25. Group tickets are always available. If you have used Tickets from during the pandemic, they will be honored. If you misplaced your tickets, we have a list of those who paid, not to worry. Call 352-343-0733 for more information. Visit: www.FloridaLakesSymphonyOrchestra.com. Follow the Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/floridalakesymphonyorchestra/?ref=bookmarks. Mail checks for tickets to: FLSO at 112 First Street, Tavares, FL 32778.
In honor of Memorial Day
https://youtu.be/OWpQBcfXSLo
Leroy Anderson - Phantom Regiment - FLSO
Happy birthday P.I.Tchaikovsky!
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky - Capriccio Italien - FLSO
Looking forward to the next concert season!
It's Giving Tuesday- the day you support your favorite non-profit organization.
This year your donation will be 100 % tax deductible as per CARES Act.
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https://www.floridalakessymphonyorchestra.com/support-your-symphony.html
Happy Halloween!
https://youtu.be/_JgUW03PP-8
Paul Dukas - The Sorcerer's Apprentice - FLSO
R.I.P. Ennio Morricone.
Beautiful arrangement by our principal fluitist Nicolas Real
Morricone - Gabriel's Oboe arr Real - FLSO
Happy 4th of July!
Today we remember Guy St. Clair, one of the founders of the Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra whom, we lost ten years ago.
You will always be in our hearts!
Guy Saint-Clair - Ballade in Blue - Guy Saint-Clair
The official announcement for 2020/2021 Concert Season coming soon! Stay safe and stay tuned!
Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra – Concert Cancellations
Because of the pandemic virus scare, the Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra has been forced to announce that they will not be able to hold their scheduled April 23 & 24 “Cherry Blossoms” concert. They will reschedule this concert for a future date. Tickets will be honored at those future concerts—or any other concerts as usual.
Good News ~ For Next Season! This global coronavirus challenge will not last forever! It will hopefully run its course of a few months and be over in time for next season’s concert schedule when we all can greet one another normally once again.
Season 16 Concert Sponsors Needed Now: The Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra is thankful for and welcomes their sponsors who help bring these special concerts to us. The Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra’s survival depends on your willingness to send in your next season subscriptions with donations and pledged sponsorships right now. Securing our wonderfully talented musicians for next season is now underway, yet we must have your subscriptions. Our talented musicians need assurance now. We will soon post the new 2020-2021 concert season online at our website. Visit: www.FloridaLakesSymphonyOrchestra.com. To purchase tickets, make a donation and to become a sponsor for next season, contact Audrey Sanders at 352-589-1500.
Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra: The complete Season 16 ticket price with the special Christmas Concert is now only $222. A new season of 5 concerts is only $180. Concert tickets are only $42 in advance or $45 at the door. Families of four inclusive of 2 Adults and 2 Students are only $50. Students are only $15 with accompanying parents or teachers are only $25. Group tickets are always available. Call 352-589-1500 for more information, to give the gift of music and to pay by credit card. Visit: www.FloridaLakesSymphonyOrchestra.com. Follow the Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/floridalakesymphonyorchestra/?ref=bookmarks. You can mail checks for tickets to: FLSO, 1026 Nantucket Sound, Mount Dora, FL 32757.
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Internationally respected classical concert pianist/composer Guy Saint-Clair and his wife, portrait/wildlife artist Audrey Sanders came here to Lake County from their European home in 2005. They quickly established the Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra as a formidable new cultural force here in Central Florida.
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